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I’m giving birth soon—these are the 23 items I’m packing in my hospital bag

As a second-time mama, I learned a lot the first time around.

Why we only asked for hand-me-downs for our baby sprinkle

And it was a hit!

Should we have a third kid?

My vague response probably has people thinking I am already pregnant, but the reason for it is simple: I just don't know.

Your postpartum body: What’s normal, what’s concerning & how to feel better

2. Worrying about going to the bathroom

10 ways to be productive when your baby just wants to be held

Tales of multitasking motherhood from some of our favorite #mombosses.

Why are birth rates declining in the US?

"These are not small co-pays. The costs are staggering," says Dr. Michelle Moniz, M.D.,M.Sc., an obstetrician-gynecologist at Michigan Medicine's Von Voigtlander Women's Hospital and researcher with the U-M Institute of Healthcare Policy and Innovation.

Kate Middleton says her family with Prince William is complete

There's no fourth royal baby planned.

We’re declaring 2020 the #yearofthemother

It's time.

15 signs you’ve had too many days at home with your kids

9. You feed your children muffins for breakfast, lunch, and "lunch dessert."

I don’t post photos of my child on social media

A mom shares her parenting views on social media choices, emphasizing respect for privacy without judging others.

Childcare is unaffordable and presidential candidates are finally talking about it

The issue was brought up in last night's presidential debate.

This mom’s viral tweet shows what *really* happens to your time after you have a baby

A data scientist breaks it down.

Deal alert: Hunter boots are on mega sale at Nordstrom Rack right now 🙌

Some styles are priced as low as 61% off!

9 belly oils our editors swear by during pregnancy (and why they’re so dreamy)

If you're not already in the moisturizing game, you may not even know where to start. That's what we're here for!

How to kid-proof houseplants, according to a plant expert

Plus, your go-list of kid-friendly plants.

Serena Williams just won her first title since becoming a mom

And donated her prize money to fighting Australian wildfires.

5 phrases that can help strengthen your mother/daughter bond

Brianne on being terrified to be home alone with her baby

I was definitely not feeling too great myself, and I was supposed to keep an eye on this little thing 24/7? Everything felt so overwhelming.

This viral post is what every twin parent needs to hear

There's a reason it's been shared over 6,000 times.

What went viral this week: Jen Garner gets a mama paycheck + a dad’s genius bottle cleaning hack

Here are the headlines making us smile this week.